Terms of service
THE RENTED UNIT
The tenant is granted, by separate agreement, the right to store goods in a designated storage unit. The tenant has no right to use other parts of the property.
Move-in may begin at 7:00 AM on the takeover date, or as otherwise agreed. The takeover date is specified in the separate rental agreement between the owner ("Meldgaard depotudlejning") and the renter.
The rental of the storage unit is subject to the terms stated in the rental agreement as well as these terms and conditions.
USE OF THE RENTED UNIT
The following conditions apply to the use of the rented storage unit:
- Only dry goods may be stored. This means (but is not limited to) that it is not permitted to store foul-smelling or perishable items such as food, animal feed, etc.
- Explosive or hazardous materials such as gas cylinders, flammable liquids, and environmentally hazardous substances may not be stored.
- Machines must be emptied of oil and fuel.
- It is not permitted to keep animals in the rented unit.
- No commercial business activities may be conducted from the rented unit.
- The renter must keep the rented unit tidy and treat it responsibly.
- The renter may not make alterations or modify installations in the rented unit. Power-consuming machines or devices may not be connected to electrical outlets in the unit. If the owner’s instructions are not followed, the owner reserves the right to disconnect power to the unit after notice has been given.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited, and the use of open flames anywhere on the property is not permitted.
- The renter may not sublease or transfer the rental agreement without the owner’s consent.
- Noisy or disruptive behavior is not accepted.
- Psychological or physical violence, threats, or harassment toward staff or persons on the property is prohibited.
- Animals are not allowed anywhere in the rented unit or on the property.
- It is not permitted to stay on the property outside of the designated area
- Renters are not allowed to stay on the property between 20.00 - 07.00.
Violation of the above conditions may result in immediate eviction.
RISK AND INSURANCE
The property is covered by standard fire insurance.
The renter is solely responsible for obtaining the necessary insurance coverage for their own belongings. Stored items are kept entirely at the renter’s own risk and expense.
The owner’s insurance does not cover the renter’s stored belongings, and Melgaard depotudlejning or its owners are not liable for any loss or damage to stored items.
The renter is liable for any damage caused to the rented unit, the owner’s property, third-party property, or belongings, including damage caused by persons granted access by the renter.
ACCESS RULES
The renter has access to the storage unit through the main entrance secured by a keypad lock.
A personal access code will be provided on the takeover date. The code is strictly personal and may not be shared with others.
The renter must ensure the code is stored securely.
The renter is required to secure the rented unit with a padlock and is solely responsible for ensuring the unit is properly locked.
Access to the building is available every day from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, unless otherwise agreed with the owner.
The renter is obligated to leave the building securely locked.
The owner reserves the right to access the rented unit when necessary, including in cases of potential damage, leakage, or suspected violation of these terms.
The renter may use any relevant equipment provided by the owner in the storage depot.
Such equipment may not be removed from the property and must be returned in the same condition after use.
Third-Party Access
Persons in possession of the padlock key must, upon request, provide proof of authorization from the renter and present valid identification or otherwise document their right of access to the rented unit.
COMMENCEMENT OF TENANCY
The tenancy begins once the rental contract has been signed.
The rented unit is handed over cleaned and in usable condition, subject to ordinary wear and tear.
RENT
The rental amount is specified in the separate rental agreement.
Rent is payable monthly in advance on the first day of each month. Additional payment information is stated in the rental agreement.
TERMINATION
The renter may terminate the lease with one month’s written notice effective at the end of a calendar month, unless otherwise agreed.
The owner may terminate the lease with one month’s notice, effective at the end of a calendar month.
TERMINATION DUE TO BREACH
The rental agreement shall be considered terminated if the rented unit is destroyed by fire or similar events. The owner is not obligated to offer a replacement unit.
The owner may terminate the rental agreement if:
- Rent or mandatory payments are not paid on time.
- The rented unit is used for purposes other than agreed.
- The tenant prevents lawful access to the rented unit.
- The tenant vacates the unit prematurely without agreement.
- The tenant neglects the rented unit.
- The tenant unlawfully transfers use of the rented unit to another person.
- The tenant fails to comply with good conduct despite reminders.
- The tenant otherwise materially breaches the agreement.
TENANT DEFAULT AND RIGHT OF RETENTION
Failure to pay rent or other mandatory payments constitutes a material breach of the lease.
If payment is not made on time, the owner will issue a written demand requiring payment within 5 days of receipt.
If payment is still not made, the owner may terminate the tenancy.
If the tenancy ends prematurely due to the renter’s breach, the renter is liable for any losses suffered by the owner.
Upon termination by the owner, the renter remains obligated to pay rent until all stored items have been removed, the unit cleaned, and the unit returned unlocked during the notice period.
In the event of breach, the owner reserves the right to exercise a lien over items stored in the rented unit.
This lien serves as security for any claims the owner may have against the tenant, including related costs.
MOVE-OUT AND RETURN OF THE UNIT
No later than 7:00 PM on the move-out date, the renter must return the rented unit in at least the same condition as at move-in, cleaned and emptied.
If the unit is not returned in the agreed condition, the owner may restore the unit at the renter’s expense.
If the unit has not been emptied and cleaned on the move-out date, the owner may empty and clean the unit at the renter’s expense.
The renter is liable for all actual costs incurred in this process.
The owner will store any belongings left behind for 14 days after the move-out date, after which the owner is entitled to dispose of the items according to the power of sale below.
POWER OF SALE
The power of sale applies if the renter has not fulfilled their obligations within the 14-day period stated above.
In the event of material breach and abandoned belongings, this section also applies.
By signing the agreement, the renter grants the owner an irrevocable power of sale authorizing the owner to sell abandoned property left in the rented unit after the 14-day period.
The renter authorizes the owner to use proceeds from such sale to cover any claims the owner may have against the renter.
The renter is responsible for all costs related to the sale, with a minimum charge of DKK 500.